Greek Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Greek Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 32 ounces canned beef broth; 3/4 lb ground lamb; 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley; 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine; 2 large onions, sliced; 1/2 lb orzo pasta; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 stalks celery; crouton; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Melt butter in large pan and sautee onions in 2 T. butter until browned.
3
Add 32 ounces beef broth to pan and bring to a boil over medium heat.
4
In the meantime, chop the parsley and mix into the ground lamb.
5
Melt remaining 2 T butter in frying pan and brown the lamb mixture.
6
When broth is boiling, add the orzo, lamb, bay leaves, black pepper and celery stalks.
7
Simmer over low heat about 10 minutes.
8
Remove celery stalks and bay leaves.
9
Transfer soup into a large oven proof caserole or a dutch oven.
10
Cover soup with croutons and cheese.
11
Do not cover.
12
Bake for about 20 minutes until broth is bubbly and cheese is melted.

772

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 32 ounces canned beef broth, 3/4 lb ground lamb, 1/2 cup flat leaf parsley, 4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine, and more.

Yes, Greek Onion Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Greek Onion Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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